Principal Advisor

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Contribute to the development of Arataki our 30 year plan

  • Shape and influence an integrated future transport system for N.Z
  • Help create long term, tangible benefits for New Zealanders
  • Permanent and 2 year fixed term/secondment opportunities
  • Flexible location | Hybrid working | 5 weeks annual leave | Insurance


Opportunity for a Systems Planning expert to join our national team and make a significant difference for New Zealanders by helping to shape our future transport system plan.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity As a Principal Advisor in our Long-term System Planning team, you will play a key role in the development of Arataki, Waka Kotahi's 30-year plan.

The 30 year system plan for the land transport system involves looking at everything that impacts on the network ( such as climate change, growth patterns etc) to everything that the network impacts on (such as biodiversity, equitable access, air quality etc).

As a thought leader, you will be collaborating with a range of others in house, and across the public sector on planning and supporting decision-making that contributes to achieving Waka Kotahi's long-term goals and those of central government.

You will be advocating and promoting the best use of our existing land transport system.

View the Position Description Ko koe tēnei | About you We're looking for an experienced Systems Planner to bring the following skills and experience:

  • Big picture thinker, unphased by the unknown, who enjoys dealing with ambiguity.
  • Expertise and experience in strategic systems thinking
  • Experience in a senior role with a high level of strategic, analytical and conceptual thinking in a complex environment.
  • Experience in leading, influencing and building credibility across a range of internal and external stakeholders
  • Experience working with partners and stakeholders to align evidence, outcomes and prioritise system responses


You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori.

You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.

Please note - This is not a role that requires a background in technical transport knowledge. Ko wai mātou | About us At Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, it all starts with our people.

The organisation's performance and success depends on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa.

Waka Kotahi has a strong future focus, understanding that new technologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in ten years time.

Transport Services is an end-to-end business group that focuses on our land transport system - from policy and planning, through design and delivery, to maintenance and operations.

We have some of the most capable and motivated people in the industry providing a land transport system that enhances the way New Zealanders live, travel work and connect.

Waka Kotahi offer a range of incredible benefits for our employees such as:
flexible working, 5 weeks annual leave, insurance benefits, e
- bike subsidies, access to the Marram Trust holiday homes. #LI-NZTA

Rā Katinga | Applications close:

02 February 2023

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values.

Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

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